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  • Page 1 Phase One iXA-R/iXA Aerial Camera System Installation Guide...
  • Page 2 Aerial Camera System Installation Guide This guide is designed to assist you with the installation of your new Phase One iXA-R or Phase One iXA system. Consult the iXA User Guide for more detailed instructions. As new features are introduced through...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Checking the Firmware Versions ..........58 Dismounting a Lens from an iXA-R ..........30 About the Phase One Firmware Updater Application..59 Mounting a Lens on an iXA-R ............32 Installing the Firmware Updater Application ......59 5. Connecting a Camera ................ 34 Updating the Camera Body Firmware ........60...

  • Page 4: What's In The Box

    • Suitcase for iXA camera • 1.5 mm hex screwdriver • IR Cutoff filter Ø72 mm (70720) IXA-R Camera Optional Accessories — iXA-R • iXA-R camera • LCC calibration plate • Rodenstock 40 mm Lens/Shutter kit (73039) • iXA 24 V DC power supply • Front and rear lens caps • Rodenstock 50 mm Lens/Shutter kit (73038)

  • Page 5: Overview

    2. Overview 11. Camera on/off button 12. Camera LED indicator 13. Power terminal iXA Camera System 14. Data terminal A 1. iXA camera body 15. Data terminal B 2. Pod mounting threaded holes (4) 16. Sensor module on/off button 3. Secure Lens Holder threaded holes (2) 17.

  • Page 6: Ixa-R Camera System

    Camera System 10. Camera on/off button 11. Camera LED indicator iXA camera body 12. Power terminal 2. Pod mounting threaded holes (4) 13. Data terminal A 3. Lens assembly 14. Data terminal B 4. Lens screws (3) 15. Sensor module on/off button 5.

  • Page 7: Preflight Planning

    There are three signals that are used to communicate with System ready: Camera ready/busy signal. and control iXA-R/iXA cameras: • Trigger in: The FMS signals the iXA-R/iXA to take an image. • System ready: Camera ready/busy signal. • Mid-exposure pulse: A signal indicates the midpoint of the exposure time.
  • Page 8 1400 mSec 1800 mSec T4 (iXA 160) Trigger IN – SysRdy (High) 1250 mSec 1250 mSec 1600 mSec Table 2 – iXA-R Exposure Sequence iXA-R Description 1 to 1/1600 sec 1/2000 to 1/4000 sec Trigger IN – SysRdy (Low) 20 uSec 20 uSec Trigger IN –...

  • Page 9: Wiring A Control Cable

    VIL — maximum voltage level that is interpreted as a ‘0’ by a input. *For iXU-R/iXU cameras, this connection is mandatory. The connection is not necessary for iXA-R/iXA cameras. VIH — minimum voltage level that is interpreted as a ‘1’ by a input.

  • Page 10: Wiring The Camera Control Cable

    Updating the black reference data whenever it is possible enhances the image quality, in particular when shooting in The iXA-R/iXA camera shoots in single mode. In single mode, conditions where the temperature of the camera changes. If the FMS triggers the camera. This mode is recommended for the exposure time varies a lot, the black calibration reference synchronizing flight speed and capture rate.

  • Page 11: Wiring The Power Cable

    Figure 5: Camera Socket Pinout Power Cable Plug Pinout Note: The iXA-R and iXA cameras must only be powered by a limited fused power source, up to 8 A single fault condition. La caméra iXA-R/iXA doit être alimentée par une source d’alimentation protégée par un fusible, d’une capacité...

  • Page 12: Preparing The Camera

    4. Preparing the Camera 4. Align the white alignment dot of the lens with the white lens alignment dot of the camera and fit the lens into place. Mounting a Lens and Secure Lens Holder on an iXA Note: If your secure lens holder is a model without locking screws, or is for a 240 mm lens, refer to the Downloads section of the website for instructions.
  • Page 13 6. Set the focusing selector ring on the lens to Auto Focus (AF). 8. Check to make sure that the clamping and Locking screws are not tightened. Slide the back of the Secure Lens Holder over the front of the lens, aligning the lens distance scale in the distance scale window of the Secure Lens Holder.
  • Page 14 10. Tighten the clamping screw with a hex tool using a 13. Tighten the four locking screws as follows: torque of 75 cNm. a. Gently tighten each locking screw in the order displayed in the illustration. b. Tighten the locking screws a second time, again following the same order, using a torque of 10 cNm.

  • Page 15: Dismounting A Lens And Secure Lens Holder From An Ixa

    Dismounting a Lens and Secure Lens 2. Push the lens release button inward. Holder from an iXA 3. Rotate the Secure Lens Holder with the lens locked inside To dismount a lens from an iXA camera: counterclockwise and lift out. 1.

  • Page 16: Dismounting A Lens From An Ixa-R

    Dismounting a Lens from an iXA-R Pull the lens assembly away from the camera. Lenses on the iXA-R series of cameras are easily dismounted. Ensure that you only dismount lenses in a clean environment. Place a soft cloth down on the table to avoid scratching the LCD and a lens cap on the lens.

  • Page 17: Mounting A Lens On An Ixa-R

    With a 2 mm hex key, secure the lens assembly onto the iXA-R by gently tightening each locking screw. Lenses on the iXA-R series of cameras are easily mounted. Tighten the locking screws a second time using a torque Ensure that you only mount lenses in a clean environment.

  • Page 18: Connecting A Camera

    Connecting Phase One Control Cables to Devices Attaching a Camera to a Pod Depending on how you choose to configure your iXA-R/iXA, the camera can be connected to the following devices: Attach the camera to a pod using M4 bolts.

  • Page 19: Connecting A Gps/Imu

    Connecting the Power Cable 1. Connect the power cable to the power input of the Insert a LEMO-secured Phase One control cable into data iXA-R/iXA camera. terminal B (right data terminal). 2. Connect the other end of the power cable to an iX Controller or the aircraft’s power bus.

  • Page 20: Configuring The Sensor Module

    Configuring the Sensor Module Connecting a USB 3.0 Cable The iXA-R/iXA cameras are preset at the factory with specific 1. Insert the end of the USB 3.0 cable into the USB 3.0 port settings. Read the iXA User Guide, which is on the USB drive on the sensor module.

  • Page 21: Connecting Cables For Multiple Camera Configuration

    Connecting Cables for Multiple Camera Configuration Flight GPS/IMU Management Multiple iXA-R/iXA cameras can be synchronized to shoot System simultaneously. When using iXA cameras, ensure that you have mounted Schneider-Kreuznach fast sync [S] lenses on the cameras. The first camera in the daisy-chain is triggered with a control cable.

  • Page 22: Activating Fast Sync Mode

    Activating Fast Sync Mode Use Fast Sync Mode when you are using two or more synchronized cameras in the same array. Ensure that Fast Sync Mode is set according to your preference. To deactivate Fast Sync Mode, follow the "Deactivating Fast Sync Mode" on page 43.

  • Page 23: Connecting Ixu-R/Ixu And Ixa-R/Ixa Cameras In The Same Array

    When mixing iXU-R/iXU and iXA-R/iXA cameras, iXU-R/iXU cameras must be connected to each other to form a group and iXA-R/ Flight GPS/IMU Management...

  • Page 24: Using Auto Exposure

    6. Using Auto Exposure The camera uses the following parameters for the first exposure: • ISO — Value selected in Auto Exposure Minimum. The camera’s exposure parameters can be controlled • Aperture — Average aperture between Auto Exposure manually or with auto exposure by adjusting the settings on Minimum and Maximum.

  • Page 25: Selecting Auto Exposure Range

    To keep your exposure parameters within the range you prefer, set Auto Exposure Minimums and Maximums. iXA-R 180/160 iXA-R 160 Achromatic The default auto exposure range is set based on the ISO Min optimum settings for each camera and sensor. You can ISO Max choose to use the default settings or to create your own.

  • Page 26: Selecting Auto Exposure Priority

    Selecting Auto Exposure Priority Click AE Priority. The AE Priority screen appears. Auto Exposure Priority is the method in which the camera adjusts the three exposure parameters (ISO, aperture and shutter speed) to ensure proper exposure. When in Auto Exposure Mode, if an exposure adjustment is needed, the camera adjusts the first parameter until it reaches the minimum or maximum that you choose, then goes to the second parameter and if needed, continues to the third.

  • Page 27: Activating Auto Exposure Mode

    Activating Auto Exposure Mode Adjusting Auto Exposure Bias To activate Auto Exposure Mode: Auto exposure settings can be adjusted to add or remove From the Home screen, tap Setup > Exposure Mode. exposure bias (compensation). Some users prefer to use the The Exposure Mode screen appears.

  • Page 28: Shutters

    Selecting the iXA Shutter Mode 7. Shutters To manually select the shutter mode: iXA Shutter Modes 1. Go to Setup > Shutter Mode. The iXA camera system can make use of two shutters, depending on the selection of lens. The camera, with its internal focal plane shutter, uses Schneider-Kreuznach LS lenses and Phase One Digital Lenses.
  • Page 29 Camera Shutter Modes iXA-R Camera Shutters The iXA-R camera, with its internal focal plane shutter and Shutter Mode Max exposure 1 to 1/2000 to central leaf shutter, automatically selects which shutter to to 1.3 sec 1/1600 sec 1/4000 use based on the shutter speed selected.

  • Page 30: Firmware

    About the Phase One Firmware Updater Application The Phase One Firmware Updater application is used to update your Phase One iXA-R/iXA camera body and sensor module with new firmware. The Firmware Updater is available in the Downloads section of industrial.phaseone.com website.

  • Page 31: Updating The Camera Body Firmware

    • Your computer has the Firmware Updater application installed and the computer is connected to the Internet. To update the iXA-R/iXA firmware: 1. Connect the camera to the computer with a mini-USB cable.The camera LED lights up orange.

  • Page 32: Updating The Sensor Module Firmware

    Updating the Sensor Module Firmware It is important to keep the sensor module’s firmware up-to- date to ensure you get new features and remove any bugs or errors from previous firmware versions. Before starting, ensure that: • The camera is connected to a power supply and is powered on.

  • Page 33: Restoring The Sensor Module Firmware

    Restoring the Sensor Module Firmware In the event you need to restore the sensor module’s firmware to the factory version. (Camera settings are not affected): 1. Go to Menu > Firmware. 2. Select Restore Firmware. The original firmware is installed. 7.

  • Page 34: Status And Troubleshooting

    9. Status and Troubleshooting The LED indicator on the iXA-R/iXA camera body indicates the status of the camera. Status Action/Comments Status Action/Comments Indicator Indicator State State Orange Camera is in boot Camera ready for Green steady Ready to shoot Commence shooting...
  • Page 36 Visit the website for additional information industrial.phaseone.com © Phase One 2012-2015. 24 Nov 2015 85032000 - iXA/iXA-R Installation Guide 2.64...

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